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Caution – MacDon R85 Rotary Disc 13 Foot User Manual

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OPERATION

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6.11.2 Transporting With a Truck

CAUTION

Do NOT tow with a vehicle weighing less
than 7,500 lb. (3,400 kg). Ensure that the
capacity of the towing vehicle is sufficient to
maintain control.

If the mower conditioner is in Transport Mode,
proceed as follows. Otherwise, see Section
6.11.4 Preparing Mower Conditioner for
Transport.

a. Store hydraulic hoses on the APT as shown.

b. Lower hook (A), and place driveline in hook.

c. Remove the forward half (B) of driveline, and

store in truck for transport.

d. Position towing adapter (C) on APT hitch, and

secure with pins (D).

e. Attach mower conditioner to truck.

f. Remove jack from working position, and store

on APT hitch. Secure with pin.

g. Wrap safety chain around APT hitch, and attach

to truck frame (E).

h. Connect electrical harness (F).

i. Check local laws for width regulations and

lighting or marking requirements before
transporting on roads.

j.

Do NOT exceed 20 mph (32 km/h).

6.11.3 Lighting

The mower conditioner is equipped with two
amber lights (G) located on the extremities of
the carrier frame, that also function as flashing
hazard lights and turn signals.

Red tail lights (H) are located at the rear of the
carrier frame, and also function as brake lights.
Refer to Section 6.4.4 Electrical Connection for
connection details for your tractor.

E

F

H

G

A

B

C

D